1. What is a work permit?
2. Is a work permit required for every Canadian
province?
3. What is considered work?
4. When is a work permit not required?
5. Once a work permit is issued, can I change
employers?
6. Will a work permit lead to permanent resident
status?
7. Can I work in Canada on the basis of a work
permit in another country?
8. Why does my work permit state "This does not authorize
re-entry"?

1. Who can offer work in Canada?
2. What should be contained in the offer of work?
3. Can I seek a work permit without an offer of work?
4. A Canadian employer has stated that they cannot make an
employment offer until I have a work permit. How do I get
the work permit?

1. Who can apply for a Canadian work permit?
2. Is a part time job offer eligible for a work permit?
3. Where should I apply for a Canadian work permit?
4. Is the application process different for each province?
5. Can I apply while I am inside Canada as a visitor?
6. What documents should I submit in support of the case?
7. How long will it take?
8. Can I start work before I get the permit?
9. Will I need a medical examination?
10. How long is a work permit valid for?

1. Can I include a Family Member in my application?
2. What type of application must be filed for my family
member?
3. Can my spouse or common-law partner work in Canada?
4. Does my child need a study permit?

1. Can a work permit be issued for the establishment of a
business in Canada?
2. Can a business-person work in Canada without a job
offer?
3. Does a foreign company have to have a division or office
in Canada to be able to send employees to do work?

1. Is there anything that I need to do prior to seeking
extension or renewal?
2. Can I extend my work permit once it is issued?
3. When do I need to apply for extension?
4. What happens if my current work permit expires after I
apply for extension?

1. Can an arrest or conviction prevent me from getting a work permit or admission to Canada?
2. I have been arrested or convicted of a crime that is not considered serious in my home country (e.g., a misdemeanor in the USA); is this grounds for criminal inadmissibility?
3. I was given a diminished or suspended sentence; is this grounds of criminal inadmissibility?
4. I have been pardoned for an offence abroad. Am I still inadmissible?
5. I was acquitted of a crime or my case dismissed; is it therefore safe to travel to Canada?
6. How do I accurately determine if I am admissible or not?
7. If I am considered criminally inadmissible, what options do I exist?
8. What is deemed rehabilitation?

1. Who can advise me in a Canadian work permit application?
2. How can I verify that I am being advised by a licensed
practitioner?
3. Can others advise me at any stage of the application
process for a fee or other consideration?
4. What are the advantages of retaining a licensed
consultant?
4. Am I required to retain representation in order to apply
for a work permit?